Curtis Fundamental Elementary School

Posted November 9, 2009

We left Curtis after a 1-1/2 years. I thought the curriculum would be more rigorous, but found out it is no different than any other elementary school. In my experience, a child meeting 'end of year expectations' early is not pushed or challenged. In fact, the school said they don't want children to work ahead of grade level, even if they are capable. While I appreciate some elements of the fundamental structure, it sometimes seemed like the rules were more important than keeping a child engaged and challenged. The result for us was an unhappy, stressed child who didn't feel like learning was fun. That being said, the parental involvement and support was wonderful as were some of the teachers.
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Posted November 1, 2009

They teach respect for all.
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Posted October 30, 2009

Curtis is a great school. My son is getting a great education. The teachers really care about the students.
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Posted October 20, 2009

Curits was a wonderful school under Mrs Duncan. We were a fundamental family. She knew every parent and every child under her watch. The new principle is very cold, does not make an effort to connect with parents and children. Curtis has become a factory since moving to Dunedin. Our kids our only a number here. If they don't make it in the fundamental system too bad, they have more on the list to move thru. The teachers who have been with Curtis a long time are great. The newer teacheres need to communicate, connect, and show their students that they are not a number, but a member of the Curtis family.
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